
With the demise of the Weybridge Town Business Group, Elmbridge Borough Council is helping Weybridge businesses to facilitate the formation of a Weybridge Business Improvement District (BID). BIDs have been running successfully in Walton and Cobham and they enable a BID Board of business representatives to support local retailers and businesses and to fund improvements to the town, co-ordinated by a part-time manager. These may range from attractive planters to sign posts – you may have noticed both these measures on the streets around Walton town centre.
A feasibility study has already taken place through engagement with local businesses, a task group formed and work is underway on a Business Plan. Businesses will be balloted in February/March on whether they wish to support the scheme.